Natural swimming hole
Fontenelle Reservoir
Lake · Wyoming
About this swimming hole
A Kemmerer-area reservoir with shoreline swimming and high-desert views. Fontenelle's water warms nicely. A quiet southwestern lake swim.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 65 |
| Depth | swim near shore |
| Best season | June-September |
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | sunrise-sunset |
| Parking | Day-use lots |
| Amenities | restrooms, picnic tables |
| County | Lincoln County |
| Nearest town | Kemmerer |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard; recurring late-summer cyanobacteria bloom advisories — check Wyoming DEQ before swimming |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Fontenelle Reservoir?
Yes — Fontenelle Reservoir is listed as a natural swimming spot in Wyoming. Reported water temperature: 65. Heads-up: No lifeguard; recurring late-summer cyanobacteria bloom advisories — check Wyoming DEQ before swimming. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Fontenelle Reservoir require reservations?
No reservations are required at Fontenelle Reservoir based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Fontenelle Reservoir?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Fontenelle Reservoir?
The best season is typically June-September.